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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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AI breakthroughs from companies like DeepSeek may finally crack the “cocktail party” problem for hearing aids.

Can AI finally help hearing aids deliver in noisy environments? | KrASIA

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Can AI finally help hearing aids deliver in noisy environments?

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

KrASIA

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

Sharge has sidestepped the mass market, focusing instead on high-end, tech-savvy customers—and now, AI hardware users.

This company sells power banks and chargers that cost twice as much—and still has a cult following | KrASIA

This company sells power banks and chargers that cost twice as much—and still has a cult following

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

Split Fiction’s endless variety and cinematic flair builds on It Takes Two’s legacy, but Hazelight’s split-screen co-op formula might be nearing its limits.

Split Fiction keeps co-op gaming fresh, but Hazelight may be running out of tricks | KrASIA

Split Fiction keeps co-op gaming fresh, but Hazelight may be running out of tricks

Artificial Intelligence | KrASIA Archives

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

Jack Ma said that within the next 10-15 years, the pain of traditional manufacturing will be beyond imagination. He said, "If enterprises cannot transform

Voices | Jack Ma: Manufacturing sector will be facing tremendous difficulties in a decade | KrASIA

Voices | Jack Ma: Manufacturing sector will be facing tremendous difficulties in a decade

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Visual Stories

Which industries can better improve AI? Which companies receive more investments? Which investment organizations paid more attention to AI?

Report of AI investments in China: where did all the money go to? | KrASIA

Report of AI investments in China: where did all the money go to?

I'm Jason with KrASIA [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

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Ambi Climate

Julian Lee

We interact with air-conditioners on an almost daily basis but do we really understand them?

Ambi Labs: a HK startup tackling air-conditioners the 'smart way' | KrASIA

Ambi Labs: a HK startup tackling air-conditioners the &#8216;smart way&#8217;

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Elaine Huang

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to help the music industry.

This startup wants to be the ear for the music industry | KrASIA

This startup wants to be the ear for the music industry

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Robin Moh

Accenture

Malong Technologies

Malong has signed an agreement positioning Accenture as the startup's "preferred systems integrator and consulting partner".

Accenture invests in Chinese AI startup Malong Technologies | KrASIA

Accenture invests in Chinese AI startup Malong Technologies

Nancy Wang

Trax

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The traditional store has changed very little in the past century.

Singapore image recognition solutions firm Trax leverages new retail in China | KrASIA

Singapore image recognition solutions firm Trax leverages new retail in China

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

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Boyu Capital

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Megvii

SenseTime

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Yitu

The Chinese tech giant is now directly invested in two of the three hottest AI startups in China

Alibaba joining $600m investment in Megvii, maker of Face++ | KrASIA

Alibaba joining $600m investment in Megvii, maker of Face++

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Lim Meng Hui

SingHealth

Smart Nation

SmartPeep

There’s no turning back to storing medical records “with paper and files”, says Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong

In 'Smart Nation' Singapore, a shift to ‘Smart and Secure’ | KrASIA

In &#8216;Smart Nation&#8217; Singapore, a shift to ‘Smart and Secure’

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

SenseTime’s AI solutions power facial recognition, image processing, and autonomous driving, serving governments, enterprises, and research institutes.

Softbank

The world's largest tech fund Softbank Vision Fund is seeking to invest close to US$1 billion in SenseTime, the most valuable artificial intelligence